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Employment
Boating
Fishing
News Release

2027 Summer seasonal Water Patrol Officer positions open

The temporary, summer employees of the Iowa DNR Law Enforcement Bureau are positions of high responsibility.

Display Date
October 27, 2026
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Fishing
News Release

Fall is a great time to catch fish in Iowa’s rivers

Fall is a great time to catch fish in Iowa’s rivers. A unique angling challenge is hidden around every bend.

Display Date
October 27, 2026
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A fisherman with his line cast and a hazy morning mist.
Fishing
News Release

DNR to eliminate invasive fish at Spring Lake in Cherokee County

The Iowa DNR has scheduled a chemical renovation for Spring Lake, in Cherokee, on October 26.

Display Date
October 20, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Boating
Fishing
News Release

Check docks and equipment for invasive species before storing this winter

Iowa DNR reminds lake property owners to check their boat and trailers, and docks and lifts, for aquatic invasive species before storing them for the winter.

Display Date
October 6, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Middle School
Fishing
Teacher Feature
Teacher Feature

Cedar Rapids Middle Science Content Lead Teacher

Students and teachers from Taft Middle School in Cedar Rapids get a hands-on learning experience with fish anatomy, reproduction, and organ function.

Display Date
September 30, 2026
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Students from Taft Middle School in Cedar Rapids begin their fish dissection lab.
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DNR Classroom Connections

DNR Fisheries Research Technicians, Mark Richardson and Joshua Goff

Meet Mark Richardson and Joshua Goff, Fisheries Research Technicians with the Large Reservoirs Research Team. They help with Walleye research projects.

Display Date
September 29, 2026
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DNR Fisheries Research Technician Mark Richardson
Wildlife Management Areas
Canoe, Kayak & Paddle Sports
Fishing
News Release

Outdoor options abundant at Barber Creek Wildlife Area

Discover Barber Creek Wildlife Area: nearly 1,000 acres of timber, wetlands, and prairie along the Clinton-Scott County line for hunting, fishing, and nature.

Display Date
September 15, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Wildlife Management Areas
Fishing
News Release

Recreation options are plentiful at Artesian Lake

Legend has it that during Prohibition, a speakeasy in an old boxcar was hidden at Artesian Lake, in northeast Carroll County.

Display Date
September 1, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
News - Featured
Fishing
Canoe, Kayak & Paddle Sports
Camping
News Release

Embrace the Outdoors this Labor Day Weekend

Summer may be winding down, but there is still time to create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Display Date
August 25, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Fishing
News Release

Fishing regulations to be relaxed at Spring Lake at Koser Spring Lake Park

Iowa DNR has relaxed the fishing regulations at Spring Lake in Koser Spring Lake Park in Cherokee County to allow anglers to more freely harvest fish.

Display Date
August 11, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Fishing
News Release

Iowa DNR monitors increased gizzard shad numbers across Iowa Great Lakes

Iowa DNR documented an increase in gizzard shad across the Iowa Great Lakes, including Spirit Lake and the Okoboji chain during shoreline seining efforts.

Display Date
August 11, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Fishing
News - Featured
News Release

Ready to catch catfish?

Catching catfish is a fun summer activity for the whole family. Invite someone new to fishing to come along to share the fun and memories.

Display Date
July 28, 2026
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A fisherman with his line cast and a hazy morning mist.
Fishing
Boating
News Release

Research buoys deployed in central Iowa reservoirs for joint ISU and DNR study

The Iowa DNR and Iowa State University are partnering to better understand oxygen and temperature dynamics in 20 central Iowa reservoirs.

Display Date
July 14, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Fishing
News Release

Iowa fisheries research biologist recognized as 2026 Fisheries Biologist of the Year

Iowa DNR Fish Research Biologist Alan Johnson received the Midwest Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (MAFWA) Fisheries Biologist of the Year award.

Display Date
July 7, 2026
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources Fish Culture Research Biologist, Alan Johnson (right) is awarded the Midwest Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (MAFWA) Fisheries Biologist of the Year, by Iowa DNR’s Division Administrator Pete Hildreth
Fishing
News Release

Wapsie Valley teacher recognized for outstanding fishing program

Danny Adams, grades 7-12 physical education teacher in the Wapsie Valley School District, is the recipient of the 2026 Brass Bluegill award.

Display Date
May 19, 2026
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2026 Brass Bluegill Award winner Danny Adams

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